If you take a moment and look at our extensive collection of blog posts about visiting Mexico with kids, you’ll see how much we love taking family vacations to this beautiful country. Of all the places to go on a family beach holiday in Mexico, the Riviera Maya is the best. And, while you are there, the very best eco-park in all of Mexico is Xcaret.
North America
Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas Review
The Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas is a beachfront 5-star luxury all-inclusive resort on the beautiful white sand El Médano Beach (Playa El Médano) on the southern tip of the Baja California Peninsula. At the Cabo San Lucas Riu Palace you’ll enjoy outstanding views of the famous rock formations across Cabo Bay, while enjoying high-quality Mexican, American and international cuisine at the wide selection of restaurants, or a premium drink from one of the many bars.
Riu Guanacaste All-Inclusive Review
The Riu Guanacaste all-inclusive hotel is a 5-star luxury beachfront resort Guanacaste Peninsula in beautiful Costa Rica. Situated on the beautiful black sand Matapalo Beach (Playa Matapalo), the landscape and scenery perfectly compliment the luxury hotel setting. There are many all-inclusive amenities for guests of the Riu hotel to enjoy such as themed restaurants and a wide variety of bars.
7 Family-Friendly Joshua Tree National Park Hotels
As a family who loves the beauty of nature and outdoor activities, we loved our family trip to Joshua Tree National Park. Joshua Tree has everything you need for a perfect family vacation, from rich cultural history to outdoor adventures and natural wonders.
10 Best Kid-Friendly Hotels in Mexico City
We love traveling the world with our kids, but time and time again we get drawn back to Mexico. Of all the places we’ve visited, Mexico City is one of our favorite places to visit in Mexico with kids. Mexico City is a vibrant and exciting destination that has something to offer everyone, from its rich cultural heritage, delicious cuisine, and world-class shopping to its stunning architecture and bustling street life.
Riverside Walk in Zion National Park
The Riverside Walk is an excellent easy Zion hike with tons of epic scenery with very little effort required. Alongside the Riverside Walk, it really feels like Zion National Park is just showing off… the scenery is really incredible.
Lower Emerald Pool Trail in Zion National Park
The Lower Emerald Pool is an easy hike in Zion National Park along a paved walking trail to a waterfall flowing into an emerald pool of water. After crossing the Virgin River on a fun half-moon bridge, the Emerald Pools trail begins to climb slowly up the side of the mountain through a well-treed patch of forest.
Hiking Angels Landing in Zion National Park Solo
Though I love traveling with kids, I’m the first to say that at times I do miss the days of traveling pre-kids. Don’t get me wrong, I love traveling with kids and wouldn’t have it any other way, but there are usually things we’d like to do that are impossible with kids. I do not often like to admit that things are “impossible” with kids, but I would not hike Angels Landing with kids.
Watchman Trail – Zion National Park
The Watchman Trail in Zion National Park is a great kid-friendly hike which offers amazing views of Zion Canyon without a tremendous amount of work.
Hiking Pa’rus Trail with Kids in Zion National Park
Those looking for easy Zion Canyon National Park hikes should look no further than the Pa’rus Trail. This flat, paved path begins at the Zion National Park Visitor Center and ends at Canyon Junction (shuttle stop #3).